22 tips for 2022: How to be kind to yourself and squash your critical inner voice

Image of a person looking lovingly at themselves in the mirror, surrounded by positive affirmations written on sticky notes.

Next time you’re stuck in a cycle of negative self-talk, try talking to yourself the way you would talk to your best friend.

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Next time you’re stuck in a cycle of negative self-talk, try talking to yourself the way you would talk to your best friend.